392 pieces from Sir Terence Conran's personal collection auctioned at Bonhams

LONDON — Bonhams is holding an auction of Sir Terence Conran's personal collection on December 14 in London .< /p>

The things of the famous English designer are for sale, including a large collection of model furniture made by Conran, with estimates of 200–2,000 pounds; wine from his personal cellar; his large walnut desk worth 3,000 to 3,500 pounds; British artist Richard Smith's "Green Abstract" ranges from 10,000 to 15,000 pounds and more.

The auction is titled "Sir Terence Conran, The Contents of Barton Court", as a ode to his country house built in 1772 for Admiral Lord Dundas.

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The belongings of famous English designer Terence Conran are on sale at Bonhams. Bonhams

"Terence lived at Barton Court for over 40 years. This is where he brought his philosophy of good design to life in his own home. A workspace and source of inspiration, Barton Court helped shape his legacy and bring it back to his own family home. I am delighted to be able to share the exceptional taste of my husband with a wider audience, as he has done throughout his life,” said Conran's widow, Lady Victoria Conran.

The auction contains 392 lots including even obscure items, such as a champagne bucket, stoneware pots and copper saucepans.

"Sir Terence Conran was a titan of modern design, and his influence can be seen in homes at across Britain and far beyond,” said Harvey Cammell, Vice Chairman of Bonhams U.K. and Global Head of Appraisals, Private Collections and Home Sales.

Conran founded the furniture...